Hemoglobinopathies And Related Disorders

4 researchers across 2 institutions

4 Researchers
2 Institutions
0 Grant PIs
0 High Impact

Research in hemoglobinopathies and related disorders investigates the molecular basis of inherited blood conditions such as sickle cell disease and thalassemia. Studies focus on understanding the structure and function of hemoglobin, the mechanisms of red blood cell dysfunction, and the development of novel therapeutic strategies. Methodologies include genetic analysis, biochemical assays, cellular imaging, and preclinical models to explore disease pathogenesis and identify potential targets for intervention. This area also examines the impact of these disorders on patient health and quality of life.

The prevalence of certain inherited blood disorders in Arkansas makes this research particularly relevant to the state's public health landscape. Understanding these conditions is crucial for developing effective screening, diagnosis, and treatment protocols for affected populations across Arkansas. Furthermore, research in this area can inform public health initiatives aimed at reducing the burden of these genetic diseases and improving health outcomes for families and communities within the state.

This research area draws upon expertise in analytical chemistry, public health, and child and adolescent health. Engagement across academic and federal research institutions in Arkansas fosters a collaborative environment for advancing knowledge and developing practical solutions for hemoglobinopathies and related disorders.

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Top Researchers

Name Institution h-index Citations Career Stage Badges
JG Moore NCTR 8 900
Wahida Rashid UAMS 5 60
Steven McKee UAMS 3 156
Kinsey Garofalo UAMS 1 3
Iron Metabolism And Disorders 1 Child And Adolescent Health 1 Health Sciences Research And Education 1 Innovative Teaching And Learning Methods 1 Cancer-Related Molecular Mechanisms Research 1 Analytical Chemistry And Chromatography 1 Public Health Research 1 Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 1 Maternal And Perinatal Health Interventions 1 Molecular Biology Techniques And Applications 1 Pharmacological Effects And Toxicity Studies 1 Birth, Development, And Health 1 Gene Expression And Cancer Classification 1 Health Disparities And Outcomes 1 Metabolism And Genetic Disorders 1

Strategic Outlook

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Global trajectory
9,074 works in 2025
+3.3% CAGR 2018–2025
Leadership concentration
4.5% held by global top 5 institutions
Fragmented HHI 15
Arkansas position
Arkansas not in global top 100
No AR institution among the top-100 contributors to this topic over the 2018–2025 window.

Top US institutions in this area

  1. 1 Harvard University 2,108
  2. 2 Johns Hopkins University 1,826
  3. 3 National Institutes of Health 1,639
  4. 4 Emory University 1,461
  5. 5 Children's Hospital of Philadelphia 1,375
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